Poisons used on marijuana farms to deter rodents are harming larger animals; Canadian environmentalist Maude Barlow explains the global water situation; Area high school students tackle gun control in an essay contest; The latest news with the Kings.

Maude BarlowSacramento State will mark
the end of its inaugural One World Initiative, "Global Perspectives on
Water," with a campus-wide celebration on Monday,
April 29, in the University Union. The event, which is free and
open to the public, will include student and faculty participation
and a keynote address by world-renowned environmental activist Maude
Barlow.The idea for the One World Initiative came
from the Provost's Advisory Committee on Curricular Engagement and
is implemented by the One World Task Force. The goal is to engage
students, faculty and staff in an exploration of Sacramento State's
connections to the greater global community.

Physicians for Social Responsibility High School
Essay ContestCould you effectively defend or
oppose this position issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics
in April, 2000: "Firearm regulations, to include bans of handguns
and assault weapons, are the most effective way of reducing firearm
related injuries?" Whether or not you can, dozens of Sacramento
Area high school students are giving it a shot in this year's
Scholarship Essay Contest sponsored by Physicians for Social
Responsibility. The students will respond to the
previously-mentioned prompt for a chance to win a college
scholarship.

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for Social Responsibility High School Essay Contest

NBA Decision on Sacramento Kings Move?
The key players behind the drive to keep the Sacramento Kings
from relocating to Seattle are anticipating a decision by the NBA
early this weeki. We'll be monitoring the situation as it
unfolds. You can also follow Beth
Ruyak and Bob Moffitt on Twitter for the latest
information any time.